Range Rover Sport L494 Tow Towing Eye Hook CK52-17A999-AB

Range Rover Sport L494 Tow Towing Eye Hook is an original mounting component designed for Range Rover vehicles, allowing for the safe connection of a trailer, bicycle rack, or other towing equipment. This used OEM part ensures a factory-fit to the body structure, which translates into predictable vehicle behavior under load and convenient installation in a workshop environment.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: LR036698
• Mark: Range Rover
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: LR036698
• Substitutable numbers: LR036698, CK5217A999AB, CK52-17A999-AB
• Category: Other Towing Parts

Purpose and function of the towing hook

The presented towing hook is dedicated to the Range Rover Sport L494 model and is an integral part of the vehicle's towing system. Its task is to transfer loads resulting from pulling a trailer or mounting additional transport platforms, while maintaining proper connection rigidity with the frame or the load-bearing structure of the body.

Thanks to a design consistent with the manufacturer's factory standards, the hook works with the original mounting points on the vehicle, which limits the need for body modifications and facilitates the correct alignment of the entire towing set.

Construction and fitment for Range Rover Sport L494

The towing hook has been designed as a structural element matched to the specific chassis architecture of the Range Rover Sport L494. It includes a support beam and a working part with a ball socket, prepared for use with appropriate towing equipment. The arrangement of mounting holes and the shape of the component are adapted to the factory mounting points, which allows for maintaining the proper rigidity and stability of the connection.

The original origin of the component helps maintain compliance with factory strength requirements and minimizes the risk of collision with other components in the rear zone, such as the exhaust system or suspension elements.

Benefits of using an original towing hook

Using an original towing hook in a Range Rover Sport L494 brings a number of practical benefits, important both from the user's and the service's point of view:

• factory fit to the vehicle's body and chassis structure,
• predictable vehicle behavior when towing a trailer or transporting additional cargo,
• reduction of the need for installation modifications, drilling, or additional adapters,
• easier integration with other elements of the towing system and additional equipment.

For users who intensively use the vehicle's transport capabilities, such a hook provides a solid base for further expansion of the towing set with electrical installation, a ball, and transport accessories.

Component condition and installation aspects

The towing hook is offered as a used part, which in practice means it comes from disassembly and may show signs of wear typical for components mounted in the chassis zone. Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard verification of the surface condition, mounting points, and any necessary anti-corrosion preparation in accordance with workshop procedures applied to structural elements.

Installation should be carried out by a qualified service center, using appropriate tools and in accordance with the vehicle's technical documentation. Proper installation is crucial for towing safety, so it is worth paying attention to the correct tightening of bolts, geometry control, and compatibility with other system components.

Towing system expansion and additional materials

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear zone in your Range Rover and need other elements from the same group, such as additional brackets, covers, or mounting holders, check the available parts in the Other Range Rover category.

To compare the characteristics of sports drivetrains, suspension, and brakes in high-performance cars, the comparative material regarding RS models may be helpful, available in the article Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?, which shows how manufacturers design components for increased loads and dynamic driving.